Artwork

White, Pink, Yellow and Red Roses

White, Pink, Yellow and Red Roses, by George Cochran Lambdin, oil, 1889
White, Pink, Yellow and Red Roses, by George Cochran Lambdin, oil, 1889

White, Pink, Yellow and Red Roses is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist George Cochran Lambdin. It dates from 1889 and is held in the collection of the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

About this work

Overview

White, Pink, Yellow and Red Roses is an oil painting created by George Cochran Lambdin in 1889. It is part of the collection at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a bouquet of roses in various colors, including white, pink, yellow, and red, surrounded by green foliage. The arrangement is set against a muted green background, emphasizing the natural beauty of the flowers.

Technique & Style

Lambdin's realistic rendering of the roses showcases detailed petals and centers. The leaves and stems are also meticulously painted, with visible veins and texture, contributing to the overall sense of naturalism and simplicity.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Cochran Lambdin

Artist

George Cochran Lambdin

George Cochran Lambdin (1830–1896) was an American artist, born in Pittsburgh.